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We are delighted to recognise an extraordinary achievement in nursing! This month, Professor Jacqueline Filkins, who is English for Nurses' patron and ENDA's honorary president, celebrates 60 years of dedication to the nursing profession! WOW! It is with pleasure that we share the latest ENDA newsletter, special issue, which reflects on this extraordinary achievement. Please do have a read! With many congratulations to Jacqui, and much admiration for a remarkable career. Our

Table of Contents The Shift to Neighbourhood Health Centres Why English for Nurses is Essential in Community Care New Roles: Community Diagnostics and Prevention Overcoming the Language Barrier in Remote Monitoring English for Nurses: Your Partner in Career Progression Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Key Takeaways The Shift to Neighbourhood Health Centres (NHCs) The landscape of the UK healthcare system is undergoing a seismic shift. Under the current 10-Year Health Plan, t

Every nurse knows the SBAR framework (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation). It is the global gold standard for clinical communication. However, stepping onto a busy NHS ward for the first time reveals a startling truth: the clinical "textbook" English you learned for your exams often sounds very different from the fast-paced, idiomatic "soft English" used by British colleagues. At English for Nurses , we specialise in bridging this gap, ensuring that internation

As the UK healthcare landscape undergoes its most significant transformation in decades, the traditional "ward-based" career is no longer the only path for ambitious healthcare professionals. With the government’s 2026 mandate to transition care from "hospital to home," thousands of acute-care staff are pivoting toward Integrated Care Systems (ICS). At English for Nurses , we are seeing a massive surge in practitioners who need specialized linguistic tools to manage this "Com

Table of Contents Introduction Time Management Strategies Dealing with Stress Building Confidence in Clinical Skills Effective Communication Seeking Feedback and Support FAQs Key Takeaway Introduction to Clinical Placements Clinical placements are a cornerstone of nursing education, providing invaluable hands-on experience in real healthcare environments. However, these placements can also be fraught with challenges that may overwhelm even the most dedicated student nurses. T

This year, we are very proud to be celebrating our 13 year anniversary! It’s been 13 brilliant, colourful, and rewarding years meeting wonderful healthcare professionals from all over the world. What a joy! In celebration of our anniversary, we will be posting an inspirational Florence Nightingale quote every Monday throughout March. Thank you so much for your support and encouragement. Here’s to the next 13 years!

Dr. Katrin Blanck-Köster from the Hamburger Nursing Association has invited me to send a video message for the nursing day in Hamburg on 25.06.2026! Katrin has been a great supporter of English for Nurses. My talk will be all about international disaster nursing. I'm very honoured to be asked to do this and really looking forward to sharing my views on this important topic. Nurses can still apply to attend this great event! Please do have a look at the 2 page flyer for more

Our next GERMAN Stammtisch for healthcare professionals will take place on 20.04.2026 As ever, the meeting is completely FREE to attend and will take place on Zoom. You can register by emailing Sabine: sabine@englishfornurses.org The meetings are perfect for any overseas nurses, midwives, doctors or other healthcare professionals who are learning German and adapting to a new culture. Why not come along, meet other overseas healthcare professionals, improve your German, and b

I am a proud board member of ENDA (European Nurse Directors Association), and I am especially proud and delighted to see the ENDA logo on the front cover of the wonderful journal 'Nursing Management'! ENDA has partnered with Nursing Management to allow ENDA members access to this great journal. Access is included in the ENDA membership! Sabine 🙂

This year, we are very proud to be celebrating our 13 year anniversary! It’s been 13 brilliant, colourful, and rewarding years meeting wonderful healthcare professionals from all over the world. What a joy! In celebration of our anniversary, we will be posting an inspirational Florence Nightingale quote every Monday throughout March. Thank you so much for your support and encouragement. Here’s to the next 13 years!

This year, we are very proud to be celebrating our 13 year anniversary! It’s been 13 brilliant, colourful, and rewarding years meeting wonderful healthcare professionals from all over the world. What a joy! In celebration of our anniversary, we will be posting an inspirational Florence Nightingale quote every Monday throughout March. Thank you so much for your support and encouragement. Here’s to the next 13 years!

Effective communication can make the difference between safe, coordinated care and dangerous misunderstandings. In busy hospitals, one of the most critical communication moments happens during shift change. For international nurses, developing strong English for Nurses communication skills is essential to delivering clear, structured patient handovers. At English for Nurses , we work with nurses worldwide who want to improve their professional communication in English. Wheth

We’re taking a short break and will be back on 23.03. For any enquiries, please do send me an email and I will respond on my return. sabine@englishfornurses.org

Every month we host a free Zoom meeting for nurses, midwives and other healthcare professionals. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet and chat with other people, share your knowledge and experience, and brush up on your English language skills. If you have any anxiety about speaking English, this is a great way to build confidence in a relaxed environment. We call the get-togethers ’STAMMTISCH’, which is a German word for a reserved table in a pub for people who meet on a r

The transition from a student to a newly qualified nurse is one of the most challenging periods in a healthcare career. In the UK, this transition is governed by a preceptorship—a period of structured support to help you gain confidence and refine your clinical skills. However, for many, especially those for whom English is a second language, a "preceptorship gap" can emerge where the pace of the ward outstrips the support available. At English for Nurses , we understand that

This year, we are very proud to be celebrating our 13 year anniversary! It’s been 13 brilliant, colourful, and rewarding years meeting wonderful healthcare professionals from all over the world. What a joy! In celebration of our anniversary, we will be posting an inspirational Florence Nightingale quote every Monday throughout March. Thank you so much for your support and encouragement. Here’s to the next 13 years!

At English for Nurses , we work with nurses every day who are dedicated, compassionate and exhausted. Burnout is no longer an individual issue; it is a systemic challenge affecting patient safety, staff retention and nurses’ wellbeing. This article explores burnout through the lens of English for Nurses , showing how language confidence, self-care and supportive education can make a measurable difference. Table of Contents Why Burnout Is a Growing Issue in English for Nurses

This year, we are very proud to be celebrating our 13 year anniversary! It’s been 13 brilliant, colourful, and rewarding years meeting wonderful healthcare professionals from all over the world. What a joy! In celebration of our anniversary, we will be posting an inspirational Florence Nightingale quote every Monday throughout March. Thank you so much for your support and encouragement. Here’s to the next 13 years!

Table of Contents Introduction: Why English for Nurses Matters in Patient Relationships The Foundations of Therapeutic Communication in English for Nurses The Stages of the Nurse–Patient Relationship in English for Nurses Practical Communication Strategies Taught in English for Nurses The Benefits of Strong Nurse–Patient Relationships for Nurses and Patients Frequently Asked Questions About English for Nurses Key Takeaway and How to Contact English for Nurses Introduction: Wh

Every month English for Nurses host a free Zoom meeting for nurses, midwives and other healthcare professionals. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet and chat with other people, share your knowledge and experience, and brush up on your English language skills. If you have any anxiety about speaking English, this is a great way to build confidence in a relaxed environment. We call the get-togethers ’STAMMTISCH’, which is a German word for a reserved table in a pub for people